Nikki Haley seeks Secret Service protection, citing 'multiple issues' - BBC News

The last challenger to Donald Trump says her campaign has had "multiple issues" with security.

12 hours agoShareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingRelated TopicsUS election 2024Image source, Getty ImagesBy Max MatzaBBC NewsNikki Haley, the last remaining serious challenger to Donald Trump for the Republican nomination, has formally requested Secret Service protection.

The White House hopeful told the Wall Street Journal additional security was needed because of "multiple issues".

"It's not going to stop me from doing what I need to do," she told the paper.

Ms Haley, who trails in opinion polls to Mr Trump, has been urged by the ex-president to exit the race and unify the party against Democrat Joe Biden.

Ms Haley, a former UN ambassador and South Carolina governor, currently uses personal security while campaigning. Local police are also present at events.

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